Hirsch, Elroy Crazy Legs
"Hirsch, Elroy Crazy Legs"
Prepare to be captivated by the incredible journey of Elroy "Crazylegs" Hirsch, a true football pioneer whose unique style and unparalleled versatility forever changed the game. This series will dive into the remarkable career of a man whose name became synonymous with dazzling speed and acrobatic catches.
From his collegiate days as a multi-talented halfback to his revolutionary role as a wide receiver for the Los Angeles Rams, "Crazylegs" was a consistent highlight reel. Discover how his record-breaking performances, a Super Bowl championship, and his iconic nickname cemented his legacy as one of football's most dynamic and beloved Hall of Famers.
- DOB: June 17
- EVENTDAY: July 02, June 17
- FOOTBALL NAME: Crazy Legs Hirsch, Elroy Hirsch, Hirsch Elroy
- FOOTBALL POSITION: Wide Receivers
- FOOTBALL TEAM: Chicago Rockets, Los Angeles Rams, Michigan Wolverines, Wisconsin Badgers
- NFL JERSEY: Number 40, Number 80
- OTHER:
- SPORTS: College Football Hall of Fame, Pro Football Hall of Fame, Fun Fact
- VIDEO: Football History Minute, Gridiron Legends
- HASHTAGS: #June17 #July02 #CrazyLegsHirsch #ElroyHirsch #HirschElroy #WideReceivers #ChicagoRockets #LosAngelesRams #MichiganWolverines #WisconsinBadgers #Number40 #Number80 #CollegeFootballHallofFame #ProFootballHallofFame #FunFact #FootballHistoryMinute #GridironLegends
"Hollywood Tribute to Crazy Legs Through an NBA Legend"
The movie Airplane, with Leslie Nielsen, was a parody of Zero Hour, even using parts of the screenplay verbatim. The funny part was that Zero Hour was a drama, not a loud, laugh-out-loud comedy like Airplane!
If you recall, Crazy Legs Hirsch was a former University of Wisconsin and Michigan standout who later joined the LA Rams as part of one of the most potent offenses of his era.
His unique running style caught the eye of a reporter, who gave him the unique nickname that stuck with him.